Beckum is returning from a torn ACL and is likely to be placed on the in-season PUP list. When he returns, he could challenge Martellus Bennett for the pass-catching tight end role, but Beckum has had trouble staying healthy for any length of time thus far in his career.

2011

Beckum has pass-catching skills, but he's simply not been used all that much while backing up Kevin Boss. With Boss off to Oakland, Beckum will get his chance this year, although with a number of talented wide receivers on the roster, plus his lesser talent, it's difficult to think he will match Boss' production.

2010

Beckum will back up Kevin Boss - he has some upside as a pass catcher if Boss goes down, but will probably be eased into a bigger role otherwise.

2009

Rookie tight end should fill an H-Back role and has the receiving skills to be a factor in the offense out of the gate. Kevin Boss is still the starter, but could see more work as a blocker with Beckum around.